How to Service and Repair the Front Door Latch Assembly on 2004 Ford Focus?

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The front door latch servicing process needs a start by removing these components: front door trim panel and side impact energy absorption panel. The forward pull on the remote control lever works through the semi-circular area to detach it from the inner panel. This operation requires disassembly followed by removing the attached screw from the door latch remote control. Touching the adhesive areas should be avoided because it will impact re-bonding processes; separate the watershield material while disconnecting the door latch actuator electrical connector. A technician should remove the exterior door handle access hole grommet followed by unscrewing the door lock cylinder bezel under condition of full disengagement but with complete removal excluded. To begin this operation first remove the door lock cylinder bezel with the exterior door handle by sliding down both components before unscrewing each piece. Push the door latch to detach it then take out both the door latch security shield combined with the door latch and exterior door handle reinforcement plate. Using a counterclockwise rotation and disconnect the door lock cylinder connecting rod through its clip system. The exterior door handle reinforcement plate connecting rod should also be disconnected before removing the exterior door handle adjustment clip. The door latch removal procedure requires first detaching the door latch remote control outer cable followed by clockwise rotation and removal of the door latch. The door latch needs a remote control wire connected to its surface while the installer keeps an empty adjustment clip in place before linking up the exterior handle assembly and door lock rods. After placing the door latch at its appropriate spot push it to lock the tangs before screw installation but leave the screws loose. The door latch security shield should be installed while the gaskets are put in place followed by positioning the exterior door handle until it latches before screw tightening. Press the door latch connecting rod adjustment clip until the proper latch position is reached and afterward tighten the door lock cylinder exterior cover and door lock cylinder bezel. Complete the door latch actuator electrical connection while tightening door latch screws before reattaching the watershield along with connecting the door latch remote control but only after positioning the handle properly against its fixing. Finish the installation with the side impact energy absorption panel and check for two audible clicks when fully closing the door latch lever as well as exercise the door latch using the rocker lever lock and unlock functions followed by opening the door latch with the exterior door handle at 75% travel distance while maintaining 5-6 mm handle movement beyond latch release. Remove the door latch for inspection when it fails to open properly before resetting the adjusting clip for the door latch connecting rod and placing the front door trim panel.

OEM 2004 Ford Focus Door Latch Assembly

7 Door Latch Assemblys found

2004 Ford Focus Latch Assembly, Front Passenger Side Part Number: 5S4Z-5421812-D

2004 Ford Focus Latch Assembly, Front Driver Side Part Number: 6S4Z-5421813-D

2004 Ford Focus Lock, Rear Part Number: 6S4Z-5443150-E

2004 Ford Focus Lock, Rear Part Number: 6S4Z-7443150-C

2004 Ford Focus Latch, Rear Part Number: 6S4Z-5443150-D

2004 Ford Focus Latch, Rear Part Number: 6S4Z-5443150-C

2004 Ford Focus Lock, Rear Part Number: 6S4Z-5443150-F

2004 Ford Focus Door Latch Assembly

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